Ford Fusion: Climate Control System - General Information / Condenser - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4. Removal and Installation

Removal

NOTICE: During the removal or installation of components, cap, tape or otherwise appropriately protect all openings and tubes/fittings to prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination. Remove caps, tape and other protective materials prior to installation.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to the appropriate Recovery procedure in Group 412.
   

1. Remove the CAC radiator.
   Refer to: Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Radiator (303-12A Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the bracket bolt and position the A/C compressor outlet line bracket aside.
   Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

1. NOTICE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.

   1. Remove the condenser outlet line nut, disconnect the fitting and discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal. Remove the condenser mounting bolt.
      Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)
   2. Remove the A/C compressor outlet line nut and disconnect the fitting. Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.
      Torque: 133 lb.in (15 Nm)
   • Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
     

1. Remove the condenser mounting bolt.
   Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

1. Release the tabs and remove the condenser.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. NOTICE: Only use the specified material to lubricate the seals.

   Install and lubricate new O-ring seals. Refer to the appropriate Specifications in Group 412.
   

1. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. Refer to the appropriate Refrigerant Oil Adding procedure in Group 412.